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NDTV
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
10 Years Of Masaan: Vicky Kaushal Recalls Fond Memories Of His Debut Film, Says "Feels Like Yesterday"
Mumbai: Vicky Kaushal took to social media to celebrate 10 years of his debut film, Masaan. The Sanju actor shared heartfelt memories from the project that marked a turning point in his career. He took to Instagram to share a carousel of throwback pictures from Masaan with the cast and crew. He captioned it, "Feels like yesterday." The opening frame of the carousel had a text message which read, "It's been a decade. So much to learn, so much to you for everything. Musafir hai hum bhi, musafir ho tum bhi. Kisi modh pe phir mulaakat hogi." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) The 2015 drama marked the acting debut of Vicky Kaushal and the directorial debut of Neeraj Ghaywan. The film also starred Richa Chadda in the lead role. The movie was showcased in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival, where it won two awards. It was later screened at the first New York Dalit Film and Cultural Festival, along with films like Pariyerum Perumal, Kaala, and Fandry. Since its release, the film has gained cult status and continues to be celebrated for its powerful storytelling. The story of Masaan revolved around four individuals in Varanasi, each dealing with their own struggles related to love, grief, and social pressures. It followed a low-caste boy in love with an upper-caste girl, a daughter dealing with guilt after a tragic encounter, a father facing moral challenges, and a child longing for a family. Their lives came together along the ghats of the Ganges, as they all tried to break free from the restrictions of their small-town society. Meanwhile, Vicky Kaushal's most recent appearance was in the historical drama Chhaava, where he portrayed Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The action drama also featured Ashutosh Rana, Akshaye Khanna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Diana Penty, among others. The movie was released on February 14, 2025 and went on to become the highest-grossing Indian film of the year, as well as the top-grossing Hindi film of 2025.


India Today
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor's Homebound to screen at Toronto Film Festival
Neeraj Ghaywan's film 'Homebound', starring Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa, has secured a prestigious spot at the Toronto International Film Festival 2025 (TIFF). Producer Karan Johar shared this exciting news on Wednesday, and expressed his enthusiasm about the film being part of the Gala Presentations category."#Homebound has been officially selected for the Toronto International Film Festival 2025 (@tiff_net) in the Gala Presentations category. Extremely thrilled and elated to be a part of this prestigious festival - another time for us at Dharma (sic)," Johar post here: The film has already made waves on the international scene, having premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2025. It received an impressive nine-minute standing ovation, with images of a tearful Ghaywan circulating on social media, highlighting the emotional impact of the event.'Homebound' tells the story of two childhood friends from a small North Indian village who chase a police job to gain the dignity they have long been denied. As they draw closer to their goal, growing desperation begins to test their friendship's resilience. This narrative has already captivated audiences, securing legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese as an executive producer.- EndsTrending Reel


Hindustan Times
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound', 'Stree 2' lead IFFM 2025 nominations
New Delhi, Neeraj Ghaywan's "Homebound", horror-comedy "Stree 2" and hit shows like "Black Warrant" and "Paatal Lok 2" are among the films and shows nominated for the 2025th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound', 'Stree 2' lead IFFM 2025 nominations IFFM, which celebrates the best of Indian cinema and streaming, on Monday unveiled its nominations list for the 2025 edition, which will take place between August 14 and August 24, in Melbourne, Australia. The IFFM Awards Night, during which the winners of the categories will be announced, is slated to take place on August 15. It honours cinematic excellence across film and OTT categories, according to a press release. Besides "Homebound", which had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, nominees in the Best Film category are "Kalki 2898AD", "L2: Empuraan", "Maharaj", Meiyazhagan", "Stree 2", and "Superboys of Malegaon". The Best Indie Film category includes Aranya Sahay's "Humans in the Loop", "Feminichi Fathima" from Fasil Muhammed, and "Baksho Bondi", a Bengali drama from Tanushree Das and Saumyananda Sahi. Other films in the category are "Angammal", "Boong", "Village Rockstars 2", and "We are Faheem and Karun". In the Best Actor category, Khatter and co-star Vishal Jethwa are nominated for "Homebound" alongside Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan for his debut role in "Maharaj". It also features Abhishek Bachchan for his role in "I Want to Talk" and Malayalam superstar Mohanlal for "L2 : Empuraan", Adarsh Gourav , Gugun Kipgen and Manoj Bajpayee . Veteran actor Sharmila Tagore , Shraddha Kapoor , and Kareena Kapoor Khan are in the Best Actor category alongside Anjali Sivaraman , Bhanita Das , Geetha Kailasam , Shamla Hamza , and Tillotama Shome . The Best Director race has contenders in "Superboys of Malegoan" director Reema Kagti, Ghaywan, "Humans in the Loop" director Sahay, "Boong" director Lakshmipriya Devi, "We are Faheem and Karun" director Onir, "Village Rockstars 2" director Rima Das, "Bad Girls" director Varsha Bharath and "Angammal" director Vipin Radhakrishnan. Web series "Black Warrant", "Gyaarah Gyaarah", "Kota Factory Season 3", "Paatal Lok Season 2" and "Tribhuvan Mishra CA Topper" are nominated in the Best Web Series segment. Series "Khauf", "Manorathangal" and "Thallivattam Palayam" are also in the list. In the Best Actor Web Series, the contenders are Ananya Pandey for "Call Me Bae", Monika Panwar for "Khauf", Nimisha Sajayan for "Dabba Cartel", Parvathy Thiruvothu for "Manorathangal" Rasika Dugal for "Mirzapur 3", Shabana Azmi for "Dabba Cartel" and Tillotamma Shome for "Tribhuvan Mishra CA Topper". Actors Abhishek Kumar , Ali Fazal , Jaideep Ahlawat , Jitendra Kumar , Mammootty , Manav Kaul and Zahaan Kapoor are competing in the Best Actor Web Series category. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.


Time of India
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chandan K Anand calls working in Homebound 'nothing short of a dream'
Actor Chandan K. Anand has been entertaining the audience as Roshan Mathew in the show "Kankhajura" these days. Revealing how he approaches such emotionally dense characters, the 'Class' actor shared, "It's never easy to portray complex characters - because it's not just about acting. As actors, we hone our craft for years, but to live a complex character, you must go beyond technique. You must embody the soul of that character so completely that no trace of 'acting' remains." Terming the script as his "sacred text," Chandan said that he ends up reading it around a hundred times before stepping on set. Farah Khan recalls 'sobbing' in front of Shah Rukh Khan for over an hour: 'I received a call from the doctor...' "I kept visualizing it, diving into the hidden meanings, symbols, and subtext. Then I built a personal backstory, something imaginative yet deeply rooted. Eventually, your breath changes, your eyes shift, your energy transforms - and you stop performing. You start being. That's when the magic begins," he added. Chandan has also shared screen space with Janhvi Kapoor , and Ishaan Khatter in Karan Johar 's drama "Homebound". He called working in Neeraj Ghaywan 's directorial "a dream". The actor said, "At this point, I can't reveal too much about my character - but what I can say is that working on Homebound has been nothing short of a dream. To collaborate with Neeraj Ghaywan sir, whose cinema I deeply respect, and under Dharma Productions, has been a milestone for me." Lauding co-stars Janhvi and Ishaan, he added, "Sharing screen space with Janhvi, Ishaan, and Vishal - actors with such distinct energies - elevated the experience. When you're surrounded by passionate storytellers, it sharpens your own craft. I'm not chasing stardom, but I know I'm walking the path with sincerity and fire. And when people like Neeraj sir trust your performance, it feels like you're not just acting - you're arriving. " "Homebound" also recently premiered at Cannes. "I wasn't present at Cannes physically, but being part of a film that screened there - and was loved - is surreal in itself. It's a blessing. Knowing that international audiences are watching and feeling something we created - that's what we live for as actors, " Chandan concluded.


Time of India
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ishaan Khatter reveals clashing with The Royals makers over objectification in the show: 'I could have worn a shirt in certain scenes'
Ishaan Khatter is making waves internationally, balancing performance with principle. He challenged objectification in 'The Royals,' advocating against unnecessary shirtless scenes, and underwent a significant physical transformation for Neeraj Ghaywan's 'Homebound,' shedding muscle to portray a relatable character. 'Homebound' premiered at Cannes, earning a nine-minute standing ovation and boasting Martin Scorsese as executive producer. Ishaan Khatter is steadily carving a niche for himself on the global stage—not just with his performances, but also with the principles he brings to his craft. From his attention-grabbing Hollywood debut to standing ovations at Cannes, the young actor is unafraid to speak up, even when it means challenging creative decisions. He recently opened up about pushing back against objectification in The Royals, and undergoing a dramatic physical transformation for his next film, Homebound. Speaking to Mashable India, Ishaan shared that while the character he played was written as someone who rarely wore a shirt, he did push back during filming. He explained that he had discussions with the makers on certain days, insisting that being shirtless wasn't necessary for some scenes. Despite the creative ways the team tried to justify it—like casually using a blanket during sleep sequences—Ishaan admitted he stuck to his commitment but made sure to voice his discomfort. Ultimately, he said he enjoyed the experience, even with those moments of disagreement. The Royals featured a star-studded cast including Bhumi Pednekar, Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Vihaan Samat, Dino Morea , and Milind Soman. Despite facing negative reviews from critics—who slammed the show for its shallow plot and underwhelming performances—it managed to become one of Netflix's most-watched shows, proving that star power and glossy appeal still draw in viewers. For his role in The Royals, Ishaan underwent intense training to build muscle and maintain a sculpted physique for his shirtless scenes. However, his next project demanded a complete physical transformation. For Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound, Ishaan had to shed all that muscle to portray an everyday, relatable character. He revealed that the director specifically asked him to lose the bulk and look "normal" for the role. Committed to the part, Ishaan dropped 8 kilos to fit the vision. Neeraj Ghaywan's second feature film, Homebound, had its world premiere at the recently held 78th Cannes Film Festival, where it earned a remarkable nine-minute standing ovation. The film is co-produced by Karan Johar , with legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese on board as executive producer—adding significant weight to its global appeal. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .